Chapter 406 Bankrupt Them
Chapter 406 Bankrupt Them
The room went quiet.
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Shirley was not someone people saw often. She rarely showed up in public, and when she did, she never spoke to the press.
To the people of Harmonfield, she was an image of cold beauty, a quiet heiress of the Dunn family, whose wealth and power were only whispered about. But no one had ever heard her speak like this before.
Her voice was sharp, cutting through the silence. "Arrogant? What does it matter if I insult your family?"
And she was right.
The Dunns were a giant in Harmonfield, and the Millers? They were nothing. It was like watching someone crush a bug beneath their heel.
For the first time, the Millers saw the full weight of Shirley's authority.
She was not just some spoiled child.
She was the head of Dunn Group, the most powerful company in the city.noveldrama
Her words held the force of an entire empire behind them.
Hank felt a cold sweat trickle down his back.
For a moment, he froze. But then, years of experience helped him regain his composure.
He clenched his fists, took a deep breath, and stepped forward. "Fine, Ms. Dunn. If that's what you want, I won't argue."
He paused, his gaze shifting around the room. "But, before you act, hear me out.
"You might not fully understand what's happening here.
"Even your grandfather would listen to me before jumping to conclusions," he added.
The reporters shifted, their attention now on him. Hank nodded to them. "What do you all think?"
They were all watching now. Hank continued, eyes locked on Shirley.
"Ms. Dunn, since you arrived, you've been quick to accuse the Millers of mistreating Robin. But you've misunderstood us completely.
"My granddaughter, Alice, was once engaged to Robin, but that was a long time ago.
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"I've said it publicly, many times, that marriage contract was just a joke between Robin's grandfather and me when we were young. It was never meant to be taken seriously.
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"We were foolish back then. Alice and Robin weren't even born when we made that deal. It was nothing but a foolish promise.
"Time has passed. Things have changed. That contract means nothing now.
"Robin's grandfather had no real power. He's been gone for years.
"And why would my granddaughter, with her status, marry a man with no family or connections like Robin?
"But, despite all of this, I've heard Robin's been following Alice around, causing trouble ever since they broke off the engagement.
"Today, Alice is marrying Mr. Gill. And now, Robin shows up here, angry and desperate. He tried to raise hell, and instead this mess was made.
"Yet all of you try to push Alice and my family around. That is just unreasonable."
Hank shifted his attention to the camera and put on a victimized look. "I just want to ask you all, in front of everyone here: What have we, the Millers, done wrong? "Is power really all that matters?"
Hank knew how to spin the situation to his favor. He quickly played the victim, hoping to turn the tide.
As the whispers and looks passed between the prominent families of Harmonfield and the gathered reporters, he let a sly smile creep onto his face.
Shirley, you're still learning. You don't understand how to play this game yet.
Though he appeared weak in front of the Dunns, Hank was no fool.
He knew how to work the crowd, to bend the pressure in his direction.
The Dunns might hold the power, but no amount of wealth could shield them from the opinions of the people.
Shirley watched Hank, her expression growing colder with each passing moment.
Desperation is what the desperate cling to, she thought, unimpressed by his theatrics.
Hank took a deep breath and sighed. He was playing his part. "Ms. Dunn," he began, his voice steady, "now that you know the truth, don't you think it's time to apologize to Alice?" The words had barely left his mouth when a loud slap rang out.
Hank stumbled backward, the force of Drake's blow knocking him off balance.
"Apologize to your worthless spawn?" Drake growled. "Have you lost your mind?"
Drake's eyes were sharp and cold as he continued, his voice dripping with disdain, "Hank, don't think you can fool us. You're making a big mistake.
"I'm here to make sure Mr. Ramsey gets his due," Drake said, his tone low and dangerous.
Chapter 406 Bankrupt Them
"Your spawn? He's not even worth Mr. Ramsey's time," he spat. "The whole family has no shame.
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"Mr. Ramsey cut all ties with you trash a long time ago, yet you keep pushing him. What are we, chopped liver?"
Drake's voice thundered in the room, "Today, in front of Harmonfield's most desired, I will make sure you learn your place."
Drake turned to Robin, bowing slightly. "Mr. Ramsey, may I destroy the Millers now?"
Robin nodded without hesitation. "Do as you wish."
The room fell into stunned silence.
Drake's anger was palpable, a storm ready to break.
His presence seemed to freeze the air, and everyone felt the weight of it.
Hank stood frozen, unsure of what to do next.
He had never expected Drake to take such extreme action.
"Carlos!" Drake barked, his eyes narrowed in fury. "Use the full power of the Dunns to crush everything the Millers have. I want them destroyed."
Carlos, quick as ever, grabbed his phone and dialed without missing a beat. "Yes, Mr. Dunn Sr.!"
Hank sank to his knees, his heart pounding in his chest.
He stared at Drake, who seemed like a predator ready to pounce, and realized just how much power the Dunns still held.
Could this be the end of the Millers?
No, Hank refused to accept it.
He had spent his life building the Millers from nothing
He had fought for everything, and he wouldn't watch it crumble at the hands of the Dunns.
With a grunt, Hank forced himself to his feet, tears threatening to spill as he turned to face the reporters.
"The Dunns are using their power to destroy us, and I won't stand by and let it happen!" he cried.
Chapter 407 Slanderous Words